Why does bleeding occur a few days after taking birth control pills?

Modern people have very good birth control, and almost all contraceptive methods have brought great convenience to people's lives. For example, taking birth control pills is a relatively common method. This method causes relatively little harm to women's bodies, so women don't need to worry too much. However, there are occasional exceptions. For example, what happens if bleeding occurs a few days after taking birth control pills? Let’s take a look at the explanation below.

Bleeding after taking birth control pills is a common side effect , especially after taking emergency contraceptive pills, the bleeding will be more obvious. Generally speaking, bleeding after taking birth control pills will last for about three or four days. If there is no obvious discomfort, no treatment is required. However, after the hormones in the body are balanced, the bleeding will subside automatically.

During the bleeding period after taking contraceptives , you should pay attention to the menstrual period and use special detergents to clean the genitals in daily life. Pay attention to your diet during bleeding and avoid spicy, raw, cold and irritating foods. At the same time, you should pay attention to relaxing and not worrying too much.

It is considered to be bleeding caused by oral emergency contraceptive pills . This is a side effect of oral contraceptives. Don't worry too much. But it also has the effect of delaying ovulation. Just observe for now and don't worry too much. This side effect usually disappears in 5-7 days. Usually pay attention to taking contraceptive measures. Otherwise you will add to your trouble and pain. Emergency contraceptive pills can delay the next menstruation due to their effects on inhibiting and delaying ovulation and suppressing the endometrium. They may also cause a temporary increase in hormone levels in the blood due to temporary medication, which may lead to withdrawal bleeding after the level decreases, sometimes manifesting as early menstruation. According to the calculation based on the last menstrual period, the current bleeding is not early menstruation, but withdrawal bleeding caused by the drug. Pay attention to comparing this bleeding with previous menstrual volume and duration. If there is a big difference, it should be withdrawal bleeding. Note: Fertility requires tool contraception or periodic use of short-acting contraceptives. Emergency contraceptives should be taken no more than twice a month and no more than three times a year.

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